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Deepwater

NSW 2371 • New South Wales

456
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
506.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricTourismNew EnglandOutdoor

About Deepwater

Deepwater is a small historic town on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated 40 kilometres north of Glen Innes along the New England Highway. The town sits at an elevation of 974 metres on the northern bank of the Deepwater River, a tributary of the Mole River, and recorded a population of 456 in the 2021 census. The area falls within the Glen Innes Severn Council local government area and is approximately 644 kilometres north of Sydney.

Deepwater is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy fishing, hiking, birdwatching, gem fossicking and motorbike riding in the surrounding New England region. The town has two hotels with accommodation and a bed and breakfast catering to visiting tourists and travellers on the New England Highway. The old Main North railway line, now closed, once passed through the town, and the predominant age group of residents skews older, with many retirees drawn to the peaceful rural lifestyle.

Deepwater falls under postcode 2371 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2371
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.37°, 151.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
506.32 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Deepwater for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$230K
23 sales · ▼ 29.2% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • New England Coach services — Glen Innes / Tenterfield / Armidale Approx 35–60 min to Glen Innes

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
644 km
By Bus
Long-distance coach via New England Highway to Sydney (approx 8–9 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 7.5–8 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 7 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Glen Innes (40 km south) is the nearest regional centre with supermarkets and essential services. Armidale (139 km south) offers the nearest hospital and university.

Walkability Car Dependent

A small rural town with basic local amenities. Car travel is essential for most services beyond the immediate township.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
456
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deepwater known for? +

Deepwater is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy fishing, hiking, birdwatching, gem fossicking and motorbike riding in the surrounding New England region.

How far is Deepwater from Sydney CBD? +

Deepwater is approximately 644 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 7.5–8 hrs to Sydney in peak hour and Approx 7 hrs to Sydney off-peak.

Does Deepwater have public transport? +

Bus services include New England Coach services, running to Glen Innes / Tenterfield / Armidale in approximately Approx 35–60 min to Glen Innes.

What is the population of Deepwater? +

According to the 2021 Census, Deepwater has a population of 456 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Deepwater a good place to live? +

Deepwater is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The town has two hotels with accommodation and a bed and breakfast catering to visiting tourists and travellers on the New England Highway.

What is the postcode for Deepwater? +

The postcode for Deepwater is 2371. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Deepwater? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $230,000, down 29.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.